Chevy catches up at 150 dream on 300 hp advantage cures aerodynamics
Chevrolet SS vs Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat
| Category | Chevrolet SS | Charger SRT Hellcat |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 6.2 l V8 | 6.2 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 421 / 415 | 717 / 707 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 563 / 415 | 881 / 650 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1800 / 3968 | 2093 / 4614 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 234 / 231 | 342 / 338 |
Lap Times
| Track | Chevrolet SS | Charger SRT Hellcat |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Springs - Streets of Willow | 1:25.71 | 1:26.87 |
| Motortrend Figure-8 | 0:24.80 | 0:24.50 |
Performance
| Category | Chevrolet SS | Charger SRT Hellcat |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 60 mph | 4.5 s | 3.4 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 10.5 s | 7.2 s |
| 1/4 mile | 12.9 s @ 111.2 mph | 11.4 s @ 128.0 mph |
Summary
| Category | Chevrolet SS | Charger SRT Hellcat |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 196 | 196 |
| Straight line speed | 144 | 300 |
| Total | 341 | 496 |
Verdict
Charger SRT Hellcat is the fastest by a huge margin.
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GotoHellcat 8y ago
Autocar tested both, and they said the SS catches up after 150+ mph. The SS just has better aerodynamics and is lighter, too!
